Shipping Clerk

Shipping Clerk

• Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items for outgoing shipments to verify information against invoices, orders, or other records.
• Determines method of shipment.
• Affixes shipping labels on packed cartons or stencils identifying shipping information on cartons.
• Assembles wooden or cardboard containers or selects preassembled containers.
• Inserts items into containers.
• Stamps, stencils or glues identifying information and shipping instructions onto crates or containers.
• Posts weights and shipping charges, and affixes postage.
• Examines outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.
• Follows all procedures and work instructions.
• Handles all parts or materials carefully to avoid damage or personal injury.
• Uses computer to access information concerning location, lot number, part count status, or the due dates of orders.
• Keeps all work areas clean and free of obstructions.
• Performs all tasks with the highest regard to inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Shipping experience is preferred, but other acceptable experience includes: warehouse, stockroom and receiving in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• The employee must be able to lift and move up to 25 lbs. and frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs.